THE VIEWS HELD BY PROSPECTIVE CLASSROOM TEACHERS REGARDING CREATIVE DRAMA METHOD

The aim of this study is to determine views of prospective classroom teachers regarding creative drama method. The study group is comprised of 7 prospective classroom teachers studying in Rize University Faculty of Education. The research was carried out via an interview form containing open-ended questions. Study data was collected by means of content analysis. According to the findings obtained, prospective teachers stated that creative drama is effective in teaching, they plan to use it in their professional life and many objectives can be obtained regarding lessons, social skills and creativity thanks to the method. They emphasized that employing this method in lessons might lead to a learning environment where there is more fun and effective learning by doing and living. Departing from the study findings, it can be suggested that more importance be attached onto drama lessons in education faculties and elective courses be opened regarding using of it as an alternative method.